Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Residential Housebuilding

Building Careers UK Ltd; Accrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a North West residential developer in Lancashire. You will work with the commercial team from procurement through to final accounts, supporting cost control and cost reporting for high-quality family homes.

The role offers exposure to the full commercial lifecycle within housebuilding, with progression opportunities and a strong team environment. A driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related construction discipline.
• Experience as Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience in construction or housebuilding.
• Good understanding of construction costs and commercial processes.
• Knowledge of subcontract procurement and cost control.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quantity Surveyor with the commercial management of residential developments.
• Assist with procurement of subcontractors, materials and services.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assist with tender analysis and comparison.
• Prepare and maintain commercial documentation.
• Assist with subcontract orders and contractual documentation.
• Monitor project costs and expenditure.
• Assist with valuations, applications for payment and payment certificates.
• Support monthly cost/value reporting and forecasting.
• Monitor variations, change and additional works.
• Assist with cost control and identifying potential commercial risks.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with subcontractor payments and account management.
• Support the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Maintain accurate commercial records throughout the project.
• Assist with cost reporting and commercial reviews.
• Develop strong working relationships across construction and commercial teams.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisation

Excel

IT skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree / HNC / HND

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a North West residential developer in Lancashire. You will work with the commercial team from procurement through to final accounts, supporting cost control and cost reporting for high-quality family homes.

The role offers exposure to the full commercial lifecycle within housebuilding, with progression opportunities and a strong team environment. A driving licence is preferred.